Convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to ton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert shekel (Biblical Hebrew) [shekel (BH)] to ton (metric) [t], or Convert ton (metric) to shekel (Biblical Hebrew).
How to Convert Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Metric)
1 shekel (BH) = 1.1424e-05 t
Example: convert 15 shekel (BH) to t:
15 shekel (BH) = 15 × 1.1424e-05 t = 0.00017136 t
Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) to Ton (Metric) Conversion Table
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Shekel (Biblical Hebrew)
The shekel (Biblical Hebrew) is an ancient unit of weight and currency used in biblical times, primarily for measuring silver and other precious metals.
History/Origin
Originating in ancient Mesopotamia, the shekel was used as a standard weight and currency in the ancient Near East, notably in biblical Israel. Its weight varied over time and region, but it generally represented a specific mass used for trade and taxation.
Current Use
Today, the shekel is the official currency of Israel (Israeli New Shekel), but the biblical shekel as a unit of weight is no longer in use. The term is primarily historical and religious in context.
Ton (Metric)
The metric ton (t) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms or approximately 2,204.62 pounds.
History/Origin
The metric ton was introduced as part of the metric system in the late 19th century to standardize measurements of mass globally, replacing various local units with a single, universal unit.
Current Use
The metric ton is widely used in industries such as shipping, manufacturing, and agriculture for measuring large quantities of materials and commodities worldwide.